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  • remote desktop connection broker

    A remote desktop connection broker allows clients to access various types of server-hosted desktops and applications. 

  • Citrix XenClient

    Citrix XenClient is a Type 1 (or bare metal) client hypervisor from software provider Citrix Systems. 

  • Citrix XenApp

    Citrix XenApp is a product that extends Microsoft Remote Desktop Session Host desktop sessions and applications to users via the Citrix HDX protocol. 

  • Remote Desktop Services (RDS)

    Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is an umbrella term for several specific features of Microsoft Windows Server that allow users to remotely access graphical desktops and Windows applications. 

  • host-based virtual machine

    A host-based virtual machine is an instance of a desktop operating system that runs on a centralized server. Access and control is provided to the user by a client device connected over a network. 

  • guest virtual machine (guest VM)

    A guest virtual machine (guest VM) is the software component of a virtual machine (VM), an independent instance of an operating system (called a guest operating system) and its associated software and information. 

  • host virtual machine (host VM)

    A host virtual machine is the server component of a virtual machine (VM), the underlying hardware that provides computing resources to support a particular guest virtual machine (guest VM). 

  • client hypervisor

    A client hypervisor is a hypervisor that resides on a laptop, PC or other client device. 

  • desktop as a service (DaaS)

    Desktop as a service (DaaS), also called virtual desktop or hosted desktop, is the outsourcing of a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to a third party service provider. 

  • hot desking

    Hot desking is a work space sharing model in which employees outnumber desks. In some such environments, each work station has its own computer and the worker logs into a virtual desktop. In other implementations, workers have notebook computers that... 

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  • VDI storage tips and tools

    In this podcast, TechTarget editor Bridget Botelho and IT expert Todd Knapp discuss the current state of virtual desktop storage tools, why organizations should use them and more. 

  • BriForum 2011 Chicago

    In this video, Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth run through what's happening at BriForum 2011 this week and discuss some desktop virtualization trends, such as cloud-hosted VDI and client hypervisors. 

  • Citrix Synergy 2011 recap

    Citrix Synergy 2011 was a coming-out party for several new desktop virtualization products and features, including a new version of XenClient. 

  • What’s hot at BriForum London

    In this video, desktop virtualization experts Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth huddle at BriForum London to discuss what they’re amped up about, including technologies from XtremIO and Symantec. 

  • VDI in 2011: Applications, client hypervisors and Windows 7

    VDI experts Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth sit with senior site editor Bridget Botelho to discuss hot technologies for 2011, hurdles to desktop virtualization adoption and new trends. 

  • Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth's 2010 year in review

    A lot of people predicted that 2010 would be a big year for desktop virtualization. Independent experts Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth review the hits and misses in the year's trends. 

  • Getting started with Microsoft's Remote Desktop Protocol

    Understanding Remote Desktop Protocol is crucial for those looking to virtualize their desktops with Microsoft technologies. Learn the basics in this screencast. 

  • Desktop virtualization decision-making tips

    Thinking about desktop virtualization? This podcast on desktop virtualization software and implementation decision-making tips can help you prepare. 

  • TechEd attendee considers Microsoft virtual desktop infrastructure

    Microsoft virtual desktop infrastructure was of particular interest to TechEd 2009 attendee C.J. Metz, senior systems administrator for Orange County United Way. 

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